The hotel, which originally opened in 1964, completed their renovation just in time for the hotel’s 50th Anniversary. Marina del Rey Hotel has served as the central meeting point for local yacht clubs, fashion shows, and high-profile Los Angeles functions over the past half-century. The hotel provides easy access to a multitude of local attractions including Venice Beach, Fisherman’s Village, Ballona Wetlands and Santa Monica Pier. Nearby water activities include kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing and sailing.

Be one of the first to experience the new Marina del Rey Hotel. We know we will be trying it out soon. As well as their new restaurant. (Scroll down for details on that!)

SALT Restaurant

SALT’s California Cuisine will consist of seasonally inspired and locally sourced dishes. Ingredients are sourced from local farmer’s markets to create an incredible Marina del Rey dining experience. SALT’s own rendition of Californian cuisine explores simple favorites with a contemporary twist. We can’t wait to try their new creations. Creamy hummus, which is complemented with a touch of California avocado and served with crisp grilled pita and fresh vegetables. Delicious lobster pasta featuring Maine lobster and Udon noodles in a succulent brown butter sauce.

The Oxford Basin Multiuse Enhancement Project

For decades, the Oxford Retention Basin has had little appeal to residents and visitors of the area. But all of that is set to change with a $12 million enhancement project recently approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. The project, under development by the LA County Public Works Department, will transform the 10.7 acre site, which serves as a vital flood control facility, into a recreational destination by significantly improving its aesthetics and the value of its wildlife habitat while also enhancing its flood control function.

The Oxford Basin Multiuse Enhancement Project’s Coastal Development Permit application was approved by the California Coastal Commission on June 13, 2014.

Project Description

The Oxford Retention Basin Multiuse Enhancement Project, scheduled to begin construction in 2014, is designed to enhance flood protection, reduce runoff pollution, and significantly improve the quality of plant and wildlife habitat within the facility, as well as its aesthetic appeal. Diseased trees and non-native plants will be replaced with more native, drought-tolerant species. The project will also provide new recreational and safety amenities, including a walking path, observation areas, wildlife-friendly lighting and more attractive tubular fencing. (Source – L.A. County: Department of Public Works)

From the husband and wife team behind The Tripel and Hudson House. Playa Provisions, a four-in-one restaurant is open in Playa Del Rey. This new eatery includes a house-made ice cream shop called Small Batch; King Beach, a market counter serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; a back-room whiskey bar called Grain; and Dockside, a higher-end seafood-focused dining room.